Bridal

A Rotherham-based entrepreneur whose catwalk creations once took London Fashion week by storm is wowing blushing brides across the world with her range of bespoke bridal accessories.

From an early age, Chelsey Peart (née Crossland) always had a keen interest in the fashion world. She studied Fashion Design at University and the 26 year-old from Rawmarsh has built a career for herself as an art and textiles teacher. But unlike most teachers, Chelsey has a secret second life.

Over the past four years, Australian designer and creator of luxury bridal wear Bo & Luca Shannon Pittman, has been breaking with trends and traditions in rewriting the rules of bridal design. Her ethereal gowns have been inspired by her admiration of artisan skills, her love for travelling and the desire to tell the individual story of every woman she dresses.

At WED2B, we know it’s important for the bride to find the perfect dress. Which is why our Bridal Consultants know everything there is to know about finding the perfect wedding dress shape for every figure, style and size.

Your wedding dress shape

The Wedding Gallery has officially announced its opening. Located in the heart of London beneath weddings and events venue One Marylebone, the 20,000sq ft space has undergone a multi-million pound refurbishment and is set to become the new epicentre of global wedding planning.

The ultimate wedding retail destination promises to immerse couples in an enchanting 75-minute journey through wedding wonderland, offering an exclusive, year-round showcase of the latest trends, inspiration and ideas across all elements of the planning process.

The United Kingdom is a melting pot where it is highly likely to have friends, family members and colleagues that come from different backgrounds to ourselves. Although it is still a predominantly Christian country (49% of people belong to this religion, according to a 2011 census) 0.5% also identifies themselves as Jewish, 1% as Hindu and a considerable 5% as Muslim.

Vows and Venues talks to Inmaculada García about wedding dresses and everything a bride should know for 2018

Q - When did you set up you label and what prompted you to do so?

I began fashion design studies at sixteen and opened my first boutique five years later where I started designing and producing handmade wedding dresses. I have also been producing under my own exclusive “Inmaculada García” brand, participating in shows and bridal exhibitions with my wedding creations ever since.

Q - Can you tell us a little bit about your design background?

Inmaculada García is synonymous for elegant and feminine designs paired with freshness and sublime originality.

Ask any bride which task is most important while planning a wedding and she’ll say the dress. Traditionally, finding the right gown would involve visiting bridal boutiques and department stores to try on different dresses. Now, brides-to-be can browse dresses online from a variety of shops and have them arrive at their doorstep within days. What’s more, those looking to save money can often find bargain deals on online marketplaces and auction sites.

However, while this may be convenient and cost-effective for brides, it’s also easier to unsuspectingly fall prey to counterfeit items.

Online brand protection expert, MarkMonitor, has compiled the following list of top tips to ensure that brides-to-be are extra vigilant when shopping online:

When planning your wedding there are so many little jobs to tick off your list. We know how important it is to find the perfect products to spoil yourself on your special day. No need to panic if you’re still looking for some beautiful treats that won’t break the bank, as we’ve found the most delectable range to leave you feeling – and smelling – like a princess.

Turning up the glam for the ultimate wedding hair inspiration, the collection features a range of stunning styles, from breath-taking up-dos to beautiful braids and waves. Textured twists adorned with sparkles, or cascading curls left long, loose and flowing, there’s a wedding style that you’re bound to adore:

Wedding season is upon us, you’ve got your beautiful dress, the invitations have been delivered, and now it’s time to prepare for one the biggest days of your life. Whether you’re opting for a minimal makeup look or a dramatic effect, researching the most popular beauty styles will help you to feel your upmost glamorous on the big day. And, who knows, you may even find that you tie in your look with the rest of your wedding theme, if you allow yourself enough time.

Heavenly Necklaces are the leading suppliers of fake diamond jewellery to brides, royalty and celebrities the world over.

They are always delighted to advise personally on the jewellery for the big day and will happily enter into email correspondence to discuss all sorts of issues and ideas. More and more brides actually send them an image of 'the dress' , or even visit the team in their offices for personal advice, and the team at HN will reply speedily.

Whether just engaged or a few months away from walking down the aisle, every bride-to-be wants to ensure that her special day is perfect – from her impeccable hair and flawless makeup to THE dress that she has been dreaming of wearing down the aisle.

More than just a bridal store, Luella’s offers a holistic service to brides. Rachel and her team welcome you into a luxurious setting and present you with a specially curated collection of bridalwear from worldwide designers, including Limor Rosen, Vicky Rowe, Inbal Raviv, Rose & Delilah and Gwendolynne.

Wedding seasons is nearly upon us and if you’re getting hitched this year, there’s still plenty of time to get your dream body to go along with your dress.
With all the stress that comes with planning a wedding, upping your exercise routine will help you feel great on the inside too, exercise releases endorphins to keep stress at bay, boosts your confidence and improves your stamina for the big day.

1. Make sure you get a good night’s sleep! No matter how good your makeup artist is, they won’t be able to get rid of bags under your eyes.

2. If you plan on having a spray tan for your wedding day, trial that a day or two before your trial too. The tone of your skin will impact the colours your artist will use on your eyes, lips and cheeks.

3. Wear white! Just as your skin tone effects the way colour sits with your hair and eyes, as does the colour you are wearing. You will get a much more accurate idea of what your makeup will look like on the actual day if you wear the same colour as your dress to the trial.

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